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$155,636$144 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $97,000 on Apr 5, 2007

162 SPARKS ST

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19120
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,080 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
900 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$156K
$138K low$173K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$97,000 · Apr 5, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,209 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$157,800 (2027)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$31,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$126,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$157,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$157,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyPHILADELPHIA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Thomas K. Finletter SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Samuel Fels High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi

District: Philadelphia City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 19120These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.74
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.84

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.63,564
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.18,754 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,228
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,671
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

162 Sparks St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 69% of homes in Philadelphia County
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Olney
  • Among the smallest lots in Olney

What homes are worth in Philadelphia 19120

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$85K$262K

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in Philadelphia 19120.

How it measures up in Philadelphia 19120

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Philadelphia 19120.

Estimated value$155,636
CheaperTypical $159,615Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$144
CheaperTypical $134Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area1,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,200 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size900 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,350 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 162 Sparks St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOlneyPhiladelphia 19120Philadelphia County
Estimated valuepricier than$155,63645% of homes46% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14464% of homes61% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than1,080 ft²15% of homes18% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than900 ft²almost no homes2% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than194058% of homes62% of homes63% of homes

About 162 Sparks St

How much is 162 Sparks St, Philadelphia, PA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 162 Sparks St, Philadelphia, PA is $155,636 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $137,842 to $173,430. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 162 Sparks St, Philadelphia, PA last sell?

162 Sparks St, Philadelphia, PA last sold on Apr 5, 2007 for $97,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 162 Sparks St, Philadelphia, PA?

162 Sparks St, Philadelphia, PA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,080 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 162 Sparks St, Philadelphia, PA built?

162 Sparks St, Philadelphia, PA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 162 Sparks St, Philadelphia, PA?

162 Sparks St, Philadelphia, PA is assigned to Thomas K. Finletter School (elementary), rated B; Samuel Fels High School (high), rated D. All sit in Philadelphia City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 162 Sparks St, Philadelphia, PA compare to other homes in Philadelphia 19120?

Among the 20,037 homes in Philadelphia 19120, it is worth more than 46% of them ($155,636 against a typical $159,615), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($144 against a typical $134), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,080 ft² against a typical 1,200 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (900 ft² against a typical 1,350 ft²) and it is newer than 62% of them (1940 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Philadelphia County, it is worth more than 31% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 162 Sparks St, Philadelphia, PA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 162 Sparks St, Philadelphia, PA was $2,209. The county assessed it at $157,800.

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